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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 05/05/2010 06/05/2010 REVISION 1.0 REVISION 1.1 New chapter PERFORMANCE DATA

TABLE OF CONTENT 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 NORMAL PROCEDURES CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES SPECIAL PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PERFORMANCE DATA

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.1 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.2.1 1.1.2.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.1.5.1 1.1.5.2 1.1.5.3 1.1.5.4 1.1.6 1.1.6.1 1.1.6.2 1.1.6.3 1.1.6.4 1.1.6.5 1.1.7 1.1.7.1 1.1.7.2 NORMAL PROCEDURES INTERIOR CHECKS ENGINE START APU START CROSSBLEED START BEFORE TAXI CHECKS TAXI CHECKS TAKE OFF BEFORE TAKE OFF NORMAL TAKE OFF CROSSWIND TAKE OFF AFTER TAKE OFF CHECKS LANDING CHECKS VFR LANDING PATTERN ENTRY ATC APPROACHES FINAL APPROACH LANDING BRAKING POST-FLIGHT CHECKS BEFORE ENGINE SHUTDOWN CHECKS ENGINE SHUTDOWN CHECKS

NORMAL PROCEDURES 1

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.1 NORMAL PROCEDURES 1.1.1 INTERIOR CHECKS Left console [ ] Circuit Breakers - IN [ ] Manual Canopy Handle - STOWED [ ] VOL Panel - AS DESIRED [ ] FCS GAIN switch - NORM/GUARD DOWN [ ] APU switch - OFF [ ] PROBE switch - RETRACT [ ] EXT TANKS switches - NORM [ ] DUMP switch - OFF [ ] INT WING switch - NORM [ ] GEN TIE CONTROL switch - NORM/GUARD DOWN [ ] EXT LT panel - SET [ ] Throttles - OFF [ ] External lights master switch - FORWARD [ ] Throttles - OFF Instrument panel [ ] PARK BRK handle - SET [ ] LDG/TAXI LIGHT switch - OFF [ ] ANTI SKID switch - ON [ ] SELECT JETT knob - SAFE [ ] FLAP switch - HALF/FULL [ ] LAUNCH BAR switch - RETRACT [ ] LDG GEAR handle - DOWN [ ] CANOPY JETT handle - FORWARD [ ] MASTER ARM switch - SAFE [ ] EMERG JETT button - OUT [ ] FIRE and APU FIRE buttons - OUT [ ] L/R DDI, HUD, UFCD, MPCD knobs - OFF [ ] COM 1/2 knobs - OFF [ ] ALT switch - BARO/RDR [ ] IR COOL switch - OFF [ ] SPIN switch - NORM/GUARD DOWN [ ] HOOK handle - UP [ ] WINGFOLD switch - SPREAD [ ] AV COOL switch - NORM

NORMAL PROCEDURES 2

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 Pedestal panel (A/C 165660+) [ ] ECM JETT button - OUT [ ] JAMMER switch - OFF [ ] RWR switch - OFF [ ] DISPENSER switch - OFF [ ] AUX REL switch - NORM [ ] RUD PED ADJ lever - AS DESIRED Right console [ ] Circuit breakers - IN [ ] GEN switches - NORM [ ] BATT switch - OFF ECS panel - SET [ ] ECS MODE switch - AUTO [ ] CABIN TEMP knob - AS DESIRED [ ] CABIN PRESS switch - NORM [ ] BLEED AIR knob - OFF [ ] ENGINE ANTI ICE switch - OFF [ ] PITOT ANTI ICE switch - OFF [ ] DEFOG handle - MID RANGE [ ] WINDSHIELD switch - OFF INT LT panel - SET [ ] CONSOLES/INST/FLOOD - AS DESIRED [ ] CHART/WARN - INOP [ ] MODE switch - AS DESIRED Sensor panel - SET [ ] FLIR switch - OFF [ ] LTD/LST switches - SAFE/OFF [ ] RADAR knob - OFF [ ] INS knob - INOP

NORMAL PROCEDURES 3

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.1.2 ENGINE START 1.1.2.1 APU START A self-contained (battery/APU) start is the primary method for starting the engines. With an external power start, all electrical systems are operative. With a battery start, power is available to operate the APU and engine fire warning systems, the caution lights panel and the EFD backup display. The right engine is normally started first in order to provide normal hydraulics to the brakes. During first engine battery start, the EFD RPM indication typically jumps from 0 to 5 or 10%, and light-off is indicated by TEMP rising from a minimum reported value of approximately 190 When the corresponding generat or comes C. online (approximately 60%N2 rpm), the engine crank switch returns to OFF. After both generators are online, the APU will run for 1 minute and then shut down automatically. Engine start checks [ ] PARK BRK handle - FULLY SET [ ] BATT switch - ON [ ] Battery gauge - CHECK Nominal voltage for a "good" battery should be 23 to 24 vdc. Minimum battery voltage is that which provides a successful engine start (i.e., APU remains online and the EFD remains powered to provide indications of RPM and TEMP). EFD blanking and/or uncommanded APU shutdown should be anticipated with a battery voltage at or below approximately 18 vdc. If a weak battery results in an unsuccessful engine start attempt, the battery should be charged or replaced prior to takeoff, since the battery provides the last source of electrical redundancy for the FCCs. With external electrical power [ ] EXT PWR switch - RESET [ ] GND PWR switches 1, 2, 3 and 4 - B ON [ ] L(R) DDI, HUD, and MPCD knobs - ON [ ] COMM 1 and 2 knobs - ON [ ] LT TEST switch - TEST [ ] DDI/MPCD/UFCD - ENTER DESIRED WPTS All starts - ON [ ] FIRE test switch - TEST A [ ] FIRE test switch - NORM [ ] FIRE test switch - TEST B

NORMAL PROCEDURES 4

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 During a successful FIRE warning test ALL of the following lights should illuminate in each TEST position: both FIRE lights, the APU FIRE light, and both L and R BLEED warning lights. Additionally, the following voice aural warnings should be heard in order: "Engine fire left, engine fire right, APU fire, bleed air left, bleed air right" (each repeated twice). [ [ [ [ [ [ ] APU ACC caution light - VERIFY OFF ] APU switch - ON (within 30 seconds) ] RGEN switch - ON ] BLEED AIR knob - R-OFF/OFF ] Right throttle IDLE - (shift-control-D if OFF) ] ENG CRANK switch - R (10% N2 minimum.)

Oil pressure should be a minimum of 10 psi within 30 seconds. Maximum transient EGT during start is 871 C. [ ] Battery gauge - VERIFY 28 vdc [ ] L(R) DDI, HUD and MPCD knobs - ON EFD - CHECK (ground idle) [ ] RPM - 61% min [ ] TEMP - 250-500c [ ] FF - 600-900 pph [ ] OIL - 35-90 psi (warm oil) [ ] NOZ - 77% to 83% If external power start External electrical power - DISCONNECT [ ] BLEED AIR knob - NORM [ ] LT TEST switch - TEST [ ] ENG CRANK switch - L [ ] Left - IDLE (10% N2 minimum.) [ ] ENG CRANK switch - CHECK OFF (prior to lightoff) [ ] EFD - CHECK 1.1.2.2 CROSSBLEED START [ ] APU switch - OFF [ ] BLEED AIR knob - NORM [ ] ENG CRANK switch - L(R) [ ] Operating engine throttle - 80% N2 [ ] Starting engine throttle - IDLE (10% N2 minimum.) [ ] ENG CRANK switch - CHECK OFF [ ] EFD - CHECK

NORMAL PROCEDURES 5

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.1.3 BEFORE TAXI CHECKS Do not attempt to taxi with the right engine shut down, as normal NWS is not available due to lack of HYD 2 pressure. Although NWS is available via the brake accumulator, there is insufficient pressure available for sustained (non emergency) steering. [ ] WYPT 0 CHECK/SET - (flight plan load) [ ] RADAR knob - OPR [ ] FLIR/LST/LTD switches - AS DESIRED UFCD avionics [ ] RALT sublevel - ON/SET [ ] TCN sublevel - ON, T/R, CH SET [ ] IFF sublevel - ON/MODES UNBOXED [ ] Time sublevel - AS DESIRED [ [ [ [ ] WINGFOLD - SPREAD ] FCS RESET button - PUSH/VERIFY RSET ] FLAP switch - AUTO ] TRIM CHECK

Check pitch, roll, and yaw trim for proper movement in all directions (FCS format). Note it is not possible to trim stabilators to negative values (TED) with WonW. Control checks [ ] Full aft - CHECK 24 NU STAB [ ] Full forward - CHECK 20 ND STAB [ ] Full L/R - CHECK 30 differential STAB CHECK 8 differential TEFs [ ] FLAP switch - HALF [ ] NWS mode - HI [ ] Rudder pedals - CYCLE 40 L/R [ ] SEAT - ARMED [ ] T/O TRIM switch - PRESS (TRIM advisory) [ ] IFR PROBE switch - CYCLE THEN RETRACT [ ] Speedbrake - CYCLE THEN OFF [ ] LAUNCH BAR switch - CYCLE THEN UP [ ] HOOK handle - CYCLE THEN UP [ ] PITOT ANTI ICE switch - CYCLE THEN AUTO [ ] APU - VERIFY OFF [ ] Standby attitude indicator - VERIFY ERECT [ ] Altimeter setting - SET [ ] Stores page - VERIFY INVENTORY/STATUS [ ] BIT page - VERIFY NO DEGD/FAIL [ ] Canopy - FULL UP/DN FOR TAXI [ ] BIT page - VERIFY CLEAR
NORMAL PROCEDURES 6

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.1.4 TAXI CHECKS [ ] Normal Brakes - CHECK [ ] Nosewheel Steering - CHECK IN HIGH L/R When using brakes, apply firm, steady brake pedal pressure. Use nosewheel steering whenever possible, minimizing differential braking. 1.1.5 TAKEOFF 1.1.5.1 BEFORE TAKEOFF [ ] Checklist page - VERIFY FUEL TYPE [ ] T.O. checklist (CHK page) - COMPLETE [ ] Canopy - CHECK CLEAR/CLOSED [ ] IFF sublevel - BOX REQUIRED MODES [ ] PARK BRK handle - FULLY SOWED [ ] ENG page - CHECK AT MIL 1.1.5.2 NORMAL TAKEOFF The takeoff checklist should be completed prior to taking the duty runway. For single-ship takeoffs, taxi to runway centerline and allow the aircraft to roll forward slightly to center the nosewheel. When advancing the throttles from IDLE to MIL, check for EGT and RPM. If afterburner takeoff is desired, check for proper afterburner light-off as indicated by both nozzles opening. Ensure the landing gear is up and locked (light in the LDG GEAR handle is out) before passing 250 KCAS. 1.1.5.3 CROSSWIND TAKEOFF Crosswind takeoffs should be performed using the normal takeoff technique. However, the pilot should expect to make slightly larger and more frequent rudder pedal inputs to track runway centerline. As the aircraft accelerates and the ailerons become effective, lateral stick into the wind may be desired to maintain wings level throughout the remainder of the takeoff roll and rotation. Allow the aircraft to crab into the wind at takeoff, while continuing to maintain runway centerline during the gear transition and early climbout. 1.1.5.4 AFTER TAKEOFF CHECKS [ ] LDG GEAR handle - UP [ ] FLAP switch - AUTO For safe maneuverability of the aircraft, up to 350 KCAS may be required up to 10,000 feet.
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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 10,000 FT checks [ ] Cabin Altimeter - VERIFY 8,000 FEET [ ] Fuel transfer - CHECK INT/EXT [ ] RALT - CHECK/SET 5,000 FEET 1.1.6 LANDING CHECKS Normal instrument penetration is 250 KCAS with a 4,000 to 6,000 feet per minute descent rate. For safe maneuverability of the aircraft, up to 350 KCAS may be required below 10,000 feet. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ ] HOOK handle - AS REQUIRED ] HOOK BYPASS switch - AS REQUIRED ] Exterior lights - SET FOR LANDING ] ENG ANTI ICE switch - AS REQUIRED ] PITOT ANTI ICE switch - AUTO ] DEFOG HANDLE - HIGH (if required) ] WINDSHIELD switch - AS REQUIRED (if required) ] Altimeter setting - CHECK ] RALT - CHECK/SET ] NAV master mode - SELECT ] Navaids - CROSS CHECK ] ILS - ON/CH SET (if required) ] IFF - AS DIRECTED ] Weapons/Sensors - OFF AS REQUIRED

1.1.6.1 VFR LANDING PATTERN ENTRY [ ] Speedbrake - DEPLOY (as required) [ ] Airspeed - 240-250 kts [ ] LDG GEAR handle - DOWN [ ] FLAPS switch FULL When established downwind [ ] Landing checklist (CHK page) - COMPLETE [ ] Report - 3 DN/LOCKED FLAPS FULL/HALF 1.1.6.2 ATC APPROACHES With flaps HALF/FULL and airspeed under 240 KCAS (PA), ATC (auto throttle control) controls power in order to maintain approach AoA (8.1 Unlike amanual throttles approach, nose position (i.e., ). velocity vector placement) now controls power. [ ] ATC - ENGAGE (if desired) Approach ATC is not designed to operate in aggressive maneuvering flight. Aggressive attitude changes cannot be countered quickly enough for predictable and consistent speed adjustments.
NORMAL PROCEDURES 8

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.1.6.3 FINAL APPROACH Maintain onspeed AOA 1.1.6.4 LANDING 1.1.6.5 BRAKING 1.1.7 POST-FLIGHT CHECKS Do not taxi with the right engine shut down. Normal braking and NWS are not available without HYD 2 pressure. When clear of active runway[ ] SEAT ARM - SAFE [ ] FLAPS switch - AUTO [ ] T/O TRIM button - PRESS (TRIM advisory) [ ] Canopy - FULLY UP/DOWN 1.1.7.1 BEFORE ENGINE SHUTDOWN CHECKS [ ] THROTTLES - IDLE [ ] PARK BRK handle - SET [CTRL-.] [ ] BIT display - RECORD DEGD/FAILURES [ ] RADAR knob - OFF [ ] Sensors/Avionics - OFF [ ] EXT/INT LT knobs - OFF [ ] Canopy - CLEAR/OPEN 1.1.7.2 ENGINE SHUTDOWN CHECKS [ ] Brake Accumulator Gauge - CHECK 3000 PSI [ ] NWS - Disengage [ ] 5 minute engine cool down - CONFIRM NOTE Ensure that the engines are idled (<70% N2) for 5 minutes, allowing engine temperatures to stabilize. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ ] BLEED AIR knob - OFF ] THROTTLES - OFF ] COMM 1 and 2 knobs - OFF ] L(R) DDI knobs - OFF ] HUD BRT knob - OFF ] UFCD/MPCD knobs - OFF ] BATT switch - OFF

NORMAL PROCEDURES 9

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.2 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.2.2 1.2.2.3 1.2.3 1.2.3.1 1.2.3.2 1.2.4 1.2.5 1.2.5.1 1.2.5.2 1.2.5.3 1.2.5.4 CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES ENGINE START TAXI CHECKS CATAPULT TRIM TAXI CATAPULT LAUNCH CATAPULT HOOKUP CATAPULT LAUNCH LANDING PATTERN LANDING CHECKS FINAL APPROACH GLIDE SLOPE WAVEOFF ARRESTED LANDING

CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 1

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.2 CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 1.2.1 ENGINE START Engine starts should be made as per normal procedures (Normal Procedures tab), however crossbleed starts should be avoided due to the potential for injury from the associated high RPMs. Use APU starts unless instructed otherwise. [ ] APU engine start - PERFORM 1.2.2 TAXI CHECKS 1.2.2.1 BEFORE TAXI CHECKS [ ] Normal Before Taxi Checks - PERFORM [ ] NWS mode - HI [ ] FLAPS switch - FULL [ ] CANOPY switch - CLOSE The maximum allowable wind for canopy opening is 60 kts. Opening the canopy with headwinds over 60 kts, or in gusty conditions, could result in damage or loss of the canopy. [ [ [ [ ] WINGFOLD switch - FOLD (WING UNLK caution) ] SEAT ARM lever - ARMED ] T/O trim switch - PRESS ] DDI TRIM advisory - VERIFY

Ensure the T/O trim switch is pressed with flaps in FULL (or launchbar down). T/O trim will drive the stabilators to 6.5 TEU (minimum launch trim). Shore-based operations with flaps HALF (and launchbar UP) will drive the surfaces to 4 TE U.

CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 2

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.2.2.2 CATAPULT TRIM The T/O trim function will set the stabilators to the minimum catapult trim, however unless the aircraft is light, this will generally be insufficient. Correct stabilator trim is critical for proper (hands-off) fly-away performance and safety. Failure to properly trim the aircraft prior to catapult launch can result in excessive sink rates off the bow. Use the following charts to set additional longitudinal trim. [ ] Gross weight (CHK page) - RECORD [ ] Determine power setting (table A) RECORD GW 1,000) 64-66 58-53 64-66 32-45 TABLE A MAX MAX (MIL optional if OAT <90 F) MIL (MAX optional) MIL only Power Setting

[ ] Calculate endspeed (tables B/C) - RECORD Determine the catapult endpeed using gross weight (CHK page) and asymmetry (Aircraft Configuration Manager preflight checklist window). If asymmetry is under 2000 ft-lbs, use table B, otherwise use table C. Catapult Endspeed Catapult Endspeed (symmetrical load GW (1,000) 66 65 64 63 62 61 60 59 58 <57 TABLE B 165 163 161 158 156 154 153 153 Endspeed (KCAS) MIL MAX 161 159 158 156 154 assymetrical load Assymetry (1,000 ftlb) 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 Endspeed (KCAS) 153 156 159 161 162 163 165 166 167 168 169

CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 3

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 [ ] Longitudinal (TEU) trim - DETERMINE/SET Determine the required additional longitudinal (elevator) trim using charts A(MIL launch) or B (MAX launch).

CHART A

CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 4

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 [ ] Lateral trim - DETERMINE/SET Lateral (roll) trim in the F/A-18 is accomplished through differential stabilator. The flight control system does NOT compensate for lateral asymmetries, therefore it is necessary to make trim adjustments prior to launch if asymmetry exceeds 2,000 ft-lbs (ACM preflight summary window). Use chart C to determine the required lateral trim (if any), and using standard FS trim controls, trim into the light wing while observing the FCS page.

1.2.2.3 TAXI Taxi with NHS HI and keep wings folded until the aircraft is positioned behind the JBD. 1.2.3 CATAPULT LAUNCH PRIOR TO CATAPULT HOOKUP [ ] T.O. checklist (CHK page) COMPLETE

CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 5

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.2.3.1 CATAPULT HOOKUP Taxi the aircraft over the JBD and align with the catapult track. Using as little power as possible to maintain maneuverability, taxi and line up the aircraft with the catapult track. When the aircraft is properly positioned, the green catapult light will illuminate in the Panel Navigator (views menu), or catapult window VC-only (views menu). Stop the aircraft at this point. Using the catapult gauge (Panel Navigator or VC-only Catapult window), enter the recorded endspeed from the previous steps by leftclicking the endspeed digits located just under the arming lamp. [ ] Catapult endspeed (catapult gauge) SET [ ] WINGFOLD switch SPREAD (caution out) If the wingfold switch is inadvertently set to FOLD while the aircraft is moving (WonW), the wings will fully or partially spread, the ailerons will fair, and the aircraft will settle. In no case will enough lift be generated from folded wings to sustain flight. [ ] LAUNCH BAR switch EXTEND (green LBAR lamp) [ ] NWS DISENGAGE When the launch bar is extended and enters the catapult track, do not use NWS. [ ] Catapult Gauge ARM With a green catapult gauge lamp, and the launch bar extended, the "crew" will secure the holdback bar and the launch bar will be secured into the catapult shoe. At the same time, the parking brake will be set if it was not previously set. Once the catapult gauge is armed, do not release the parking brake, until ready to launch, or you may be prematurely launched without sufficient power. 1.2.3.2 CATAPULT LAUNCH [ ] Throttles - MIL [ ] LAUNCH BAR switch - RETRACT (LBAR lamp out) Due to the close proximity of the LAUNCH BAR switch to the FLAP switch, ensure that the FLAP switch was not inadvertently placed into AUTO. With flaps in AUTO, the aircraft will settle excessively during launch. Failure to set the LAUCH BAR switch in RETRACT prior to launch may result in excessive wear and/or failure of hydraulic seals in the HYD 2A circuit, resulting in possible leaks.
CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 6

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 [ ] Controls - CYCLE [ ] Engine instruments - CHECK [ ] Throttles - FULL MIL/MAX When ready for launch [ ] PARK BRAKE - RELEASE When safely airborne [ ] LDG GEAR - handle UP [ ] Clearing turn - PERFORM (if required) With positive ROC [ ] FLAP switch - AUTO

CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 7

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.2.4 LANDING PATTERN

Pattern entry [ ] Altitude - 800 FT (RALT) [ ] HOOK lever - DOWN [ ] MASTER ARM switch SAFE Level break [ ] Speedbrake - EXTEND (if required) [ ] Airspeed - 250 KCAS [ ] FLAP switch - FULL [ ] LANDING GEAR lever - DOWN
CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 8

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 Downwind leg BRC. Select ILS if desired and available. [ ] Altitude - 600 FT (RALT) [ ] LDG checklist (CHK page) - COMPLETE [ ] Airspeed - ON SPEED [ ] ILS - TUNED/ON (if desired) [ ] TCN steering - TUNED/ON (if desired) [ ] ATC - ENGAGE (if desired) 1.2.5 LANDING CHECKS 1.2.5.1 FINAL APPROACH [ ] REPORT - CALL SIGN BIGFOOT BALL or CLARA FUEL (to nearest 100 lbs) AUTO (if ATC engaged) 1.2.5.2 GLIDE SLOPE 1.2.5.3 WAVEOFF If the waveoff signal is received, select MIL (MAX if required) and maintain onspeed AOA with the E-bracket until rate of descent is arrested. 1.2.5.4 ARRESTED LANDING At touchdown [ ] THROTTLES - MIL When forward motion ceases [ ] THROTTLES - IDLE [ ] BRAKES - APPLY [ ] HOOK handle - UP [ ] FLAPS switch - AUTO [ ] WINGFOLD switch - FOLD [ ] NWS - ENGAGE/HI

CARRIER BASED PROCEDURES 9

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.) 1.3 1.3.1 1.3.1.1 1.3.1.2 1.3.2 1.3.2.1 1.3.2.2 1.3.2.3 1.3.2.4 1.3.3 1.3.3.1 1.3.3.2 1.3.3.3 1.3.3.4 1.3.3.5 1.3.4 1.3.4.1 1.3.4.2 1.3.4.3 1.3.4.4 1.3.4.5 1.3.5 1.3.6 1.3.6.1 1.3.6.2 1.3.6.3 1.3.6.4 SPECIAL PROCEDURES FORMATION TAXI/TAKEOFF SECTION TAKEOFF ABORTED TAKEOFF AIR REFUELING (REVEIVER) BEFORE PLUG-IN REFUELING TECHNIQUE MISSED APPROACH DISENGAGEMENT AIR REFUELING (TANKER) BEFORE TAKEOFF DROGUE EXTENSION DELIVERY DROGUE RETRACTATION BEFORE LANDING SATS PROCEDURES LANDING PATTERN APPROACH WAVEOFF ARRESTED LANDING BOLTER HOT SEAT PROCEDURES ALERT SCRAMBLE SETTING ALERT BEFORE SHUTDOWN AFTER SHUTDOWN ALERT FIVE LAUNCH

SPECIAL PROCEDURES 1

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3 SPECIAL PROCEDURES 1.3.1 FORMATION TAXI/TAKEOFF Proceed as usual referring to your squadron procedures. 1.3.2.1 SECTION TAKEOFF 1.3.1.2 ABORTED TAKEOFF 1.3.2 AIR REFUELING (RECEIVER) 1.3.2.1 BEFORE PLUG-IN [ ] Airspeed - 175-250 KCAS [ ] Radar - STBY/SILENT/EMCON [ ] MASTER ARM switch - SAFE [ ] ALE-50 transmit power - OFF (if deployed) [ ] INTR WING switch - NORM [ ] EXT TANK switch(es) - AS REQUIRED [ ] Speedbrake switch - RETRACT [ ] PROBE switch EXTEND 1.3.2.2 REFUELING TECHNIQUE (PROCEDURES) Note : Tanker overtake speed Over 1Nm : 100 Kts overtake 6000 Ft : 60Kts 5000 Ft : 50Kts Decrease overtake speed by 10 Kts for every 1000 Ft closure. When within 1000 Ft to Tanker : Do not exceed 10Kts overtake. 1.3.2.3 MISSED APRROACH Refer to chapter 8.2.2.3 page 287 of the VRS F/A-18E Superbug manual. 1.3.2.4 DISENGAGEMENT When refuelling is done, decrease speed and maintain a 3 to 5 knot separation. [ ] PROBE switch RETRACT [ ] PROBE UNLK Caution OFF

SPECIAL PROCEDURES 2

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.3 AIR REFUELING (TANKER) 1.3.2.1 BEFORE TAKEOFF [ ] STORE switch - OFF [ ] HOSE switch - RETR [ ] PWR switch - OFF [ ] Fuel TRANS switch - OFF [ ] REFUEL (lb delivered) - RST [ ] HOSE CUT switch - SAFE/GUARD DOWN 1.3.3.2 DROGUE EXTENSION [ ] PWR switch - ON [ ] Airspeed - 175-250 KCAS [ ] HOSE switch - EXT 1.3.3.3 DELIVERY [ ] DISPLAY switch - SCH [ ] SLEW switch - AS REQUIRED [ ] DISPLAY switch - DEL [ ] STORE switch - TO [ ] FUEL TRANS switch - AUTO 1.3.3.4 DROGUE RETRACTION [ ] TRANS switch - OFF [ ] Airspeed - 175-200 [ ] PWR switch - OFF Note the power switch will not halt fuel transfer if the hose is extended. Power can only be removed from the ARS with a completely retracted hose and TRANS in OFF. 1.3.3.5 BEFORE LANDING [ ] STORE switch - OFF [ ] HOSE switch - RETR [ ] PWR switch - OFF [ ] TRANS switch - OFF

SPECIAL PROCEDURES 3

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.4 SATS PROCEDURES 1.3.4.1 LANDING PATTERN Refer to chapter 8.2.4.1 page 289 of the VRS F/A-18E Superbug manual. 1.3.4.2 APPROACH Refer to chapter 8.2.4.2 page 289 of the VRS F/A-18E Superbug manual. 1.3.4.3 WAVEOFF Refer to chapter 8.2.4.3 page 289 of the VRS F/A-18E Superbug manual. 1.3.4.4 ARRESTED LANDING Refer to chapter 8.2.4.4 pages 289/290 of the VRS F/A-18E Superbug manual. 1.3.4.5 BOLTER Refer to chapter 8.2.4.5 page 290 of the VRS F/A-18E Superbug manual. 1.3.5 HOT SEAT PROCEDURES [ ] PARK BRK handle - SET [ ] NWS - DISENGAGE [ ] Left throttle - OFF [ ] Throttle friction - MAX [ ] Avionics - AS DESIRED

SPECIAL PROCEDURES 4

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.6 ALERT SCRAMBLE The alert/scramble aircraft shall be preflighted in accordance with normal procedures every 4 hours or as local directives dictate. The pre-alert turn shall consist of full Plane Captain checks and full systems checks. Minimum requirements are 1.3.6.1 SETTING ALERT [ ] Radar BIT status - GO [ ] COMM 1/2 - SET LAUNCH FREQ [ ] Launch T/O Trim - SET 1.3.6.2 BEFORE SHUTDOWN [ ] COMM 1/2 knobs - ON [ ] EMCON - AS DESIRED [ ] DDI/MPCD/HUD knobs - ON [ ] Thrust Lever - MAX (MILITARY) 1.3.6.3 AFTER SHUTDOWN [ ] External power - CONNECT [ ] EXT PWR switch - RESET then NORM [ ] GND PWR switches 1,2,3,4 - OFF [ ] BATT switch - OFF 1.3.6.4 ALERT FIVE LAUNCH [ ] GND PWR switches 1, 2, 3, 4 - ON [ ] BATT switch - ON [ ] APU switch - ON (READY light < 30 sec) [ ] R engine - CRANK [ ] L engine - CRANK [ ] FCS RESET button - PUSH (RSET DDI advisory) [ ] External electrical power - DISCONNECT [ ] DDI T.O. checklist (CHK page) COMPLETE

SPECIAL PROCEDURES 5

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.) 1.4 1.4.1 1.4.1.1 1.4.1.2 1.4.1.3 1.4.2 1.4.2.1 1.4.2.2 1.4.2.3 1.4.3 1.4.3.1 1.4.3.2 1.4.3.3 1.4.3.4 1.4.3.5 1.4.4 1.4.4.1 1.4.4.2 1.4.4.3 1.4.4.4 1.4.4.5 1.4.4.6 1.4.4.7 1.4.4.8 1.4.4.9 1.4.4.10 1.4.4.11 1.4.4.12 1.4.4.13 1.4.5 1.4.5.1 1.4.5.2 1.4.5.3 1.4.5.4 1.4.6 1.4.6.1 1.4.6.2 1.4.6.3 1.4.7 1.4.7.1 1.4.7.2 1.4.7.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES GROUND EMERGENCY LOSS OF DC ESSENTIAL BUS ENGINE FAILS TO START EMERGENCY EGRESS GENERAL EMERGENCY WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, ADVISORIES WARNING LAMPS DDI CAUTIONS/CAUTIONS LAMPS TAKEOFF EMERGENCIES EMERGENCY CATAPULT FLYAWAY ABORTED TAKEOFF EMERGENCY TAKEOFF LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF/LANDING LANDING GEAR FAILS TO RETRACT INFLIGHT EMERGENCIES AFTERBURNER FAILURE EMERGENCY RESTART WINDMILL START CROSSBLEED START AIRBORNE APU START DOUBLE TRANSFORMER FAILURE HYDRAULIC FAILURES COCKPIT TEMPERATURE HIGH OR AV HOT CAUTION DISPLAY MALFUNCTION OUT OF CONTROL FLIGHT CONTROLABILITY CHECK EXTERNAL STORES JETTISSON FCS FAILURE INDICATIONS LANDING EMERGENCIES SINGLE ENGINE FAILURE IN LANDING CONF. FORCED LANDING LANDING GEAR UNSAFE OR FAILS TO EXTEND/RETRACT FIELD ARRESTMENT EJECTION EJECTION SEAT RESTRICTIONS AIRSPEED DURING EJECTION EJECTION PREPARATION AND INITIATION IMMEDIATE ACTION APU FIRE LIGHT HOT START ENGINE CAUTIONS
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 1

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.) (L/R) FIRE LIGHT LOSS OF THRUST ON TAKEOFF ABORT EMERGENCY TAKEOFF LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF/LANDING EMERGENCY CATAPULT FLYAWAY FCS CAUTION OR FCES CAUTION LIGHT L or R FUEL INLT CAUTION HYD 1 (2) HOT CAUTION DUAL L BLEED and R BLEED Warning Lights SINGLE L BLEED and R BLEED Warning Lights OCF RECOVERY PROCEDURES SINGLE ENGINE FAILURE ON LANDING CONFIGURATION

1.4.7.4 1.4.7.5 1.4.7.6 1.4.7.7 1.4.7.8 1.4.7.9 1.4.7.10 1.4.7.11 1.4.7.12 1.4.7.13 1.4.7.14 1.4.7.15 1.4.7.16

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 2

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.4 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 1.4.1 GROUND EMERGENCIES 1.4.1.1 LOSS OF DC ESSENTIAL BUS With WonW and both GENs offline, the Essential Bus is powered by the battery through the battery contactor. If the APU fails to start and APU accumulator pressure is assumed to be present, then a DC bus failure may be responsible. [ ] BATT switch - CYCLE [ ] Electrical RESET button - PRESS [ ] GEN switches - CYCLE 1.4.1.2 ENGINE FAILS TO START If no EGT rise within 20 seconds after throttle advance or rpm stabilizes below IDLE : [ [ [ [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF ] Continue cranking for 3 minutes ] ENG CRANK switch - OFF ] APU switch - OFF

1.4.1.3 EMERGENCY EGRESS The canopy may be opened electrically via the CANOPY switch on the right sill, or via the CANOPY JETT handle on the left sill. NOTE The manual canopy crank is not operative in the VRS F/A-18. [ ] Canopy - OPEN BY ANY MEANS Ensure that ground personal are clear prior to activating the CANOPY JETT handle. [ ] Exit the cockpit 1.4.2 GENERAL EMERGENCIES 1.4.2.1 WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, ADVISORIES There are 3 general types of indications in the cockpit ranging from the most severe (warnings) to benign (advisories).

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.4.2.2 WARNING LAMPS Warning lamps are located to the left and right of the UFCD, just underneath the instrument panel hood and above each DDI. Although some of the lamps share real estate with advisory lamps, all are red in color. NOTE : Shaded cells indicate a Pro-version-only feature which may be partially or fully disabled in the Standard Edition of the VRS F/A18. For description, please refer to VRS F/A-18E Superbug manual. WARNING
APU FIRE Warning Lamp "APU Fire" Voice Warning LBAR Red Warning Lamp

ACTION
INFLIGHT/GROUND [ ] APU FIRE lamp - PUSH [ ] FIRE EXTGH lamp - PUSH GROUND [ ] Throttles - OFF [ ] Egress DECK [ ] Suspend catapult launch [ ] LAUNCH BAR switch RETRACT If LBAR fails to retract [ ] LBAR circuit breaker (VC only) PULL If not cranking [ ] BLEED AIR knob affected side OFF If lamp still on [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF [ ] Land ASAP

LBLEED or RBLEED Red Warning Lamp(s) "Bleed Air Left/Right" Voice Warning

If AV AIR HOT caution [ ] Airspeed - <325 kts [ ] ECS MODE switch - OFF/RAM [ ] CABIN PRESS switch RAM/DUMP

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FIRE (L/R) Warning Lamp(s) "Engine Fire Left/Right" Voice Warning GROUND [ ] Throttles - OFF [ ] FIRE LAMP (affected engine) PRESS [ ] FIRE EXTGH LAMP - PRESS [ ] BATT switch - OFF [ ] Egress ON TAKEOFF [ ] ABORT or Emergency Takeoff INFLIGHT [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF [ ] FIRE LAMP (affected engine) PRESS [ ] FIRE EXTGH LAMP - PRESS [ ] HOOK Handle - DOWN STEADY [ ] Check Gear Down indications FLASHING [ ] LDG GEAR handle - DOWN (or increase airspeed and/or altitude) INFLIGHT If hook is in the UP position[ ] HOOK circuit breaker - PULL If hook fails to extend[ ] Divert If hook partially down [ ] Attempt carrier landing [ ] Climb above LAW [ ] Reset LAW to a lower altitude [ ] Disable LAW [ ] SPIN switch - NORM [ ] GUARD - DOWN

LDG GEAR HANDLE flashing or steady red

HOOK Warning Lamp

RALT Flashing UFCD Warning SPN Warning Lamp

THREAT WARNING INDICATION(S)

AI Warning Lamp AAA Red Warning Lamp CW Red Warning Lamp SAM Red Warning Lamp

ACTION
UNIMPLEMENTED Refer to tactical procedures. Refer to tactical procedures. Refer to tactical procedures.

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.4.2.3 DDI CAUTIONS/CAUTION LAMPS Cautions are normally indicated on the LDDI and are displayed in yellow 150% sized text starting at the lower left of the display and filling to the right and up. MC1 is primarily responsible for the annunciation of cautions, advisories, and voice alerts. If MC1 is failed or off, MC2 will provide a limited number of backup cautions (CAUT DEGD). CAUTION
ANTISKID DDI Caution APU ACCUM DDI Caution APU ACC Caution Lamp ARS DROGUE DDI Caution Pro-only Following APU start/emergency IFR extension [ ] HYD ISOL switch - ORIDE (until caution ceases) If caution remains[ ] HYD ISOL switch [ ] Airspeed 175-200 KCAS [ ] ARS PWR switch - ON [ ] HOSE switch - CYCLE to EXT then RETR If caution remains[ ] ARS PWR switch - OFF [ ] Obtain visual inspection. If drogue appears stowed[ ] Land normally. If drogue not retracting [ ] CUT switch - SELECT If unsuccessful cut [ ] Field landing without arrestment gear. [ ] ASPJ IBIT - PERFORM If caution still present[ ] ASPJ PWR OFF [ ] ECS Mode switch - CHECK If caution still present[ ] Airspeed - <350 KCAS [ ] ASPJ PWR - OFF [ ] Control throttles manually until disconnect condition ceases. If GAIN ORIDE selected in approach mode [ ] FCS RESET button - PRESS

ACTION

ASPJ DEGD DDI Caution

ASPJ OVRHT DDI Caution

ATC FAIL DDI Caution

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ASPJ DEGD DDI Caution FCES Caution Lamp AV AIR HOT DDI Caution [ ] ASPJ IBIT - PERFORM If caution still present[ ] ASPJ PWR - OFF GROUND [ ] ECS MODE switch - VERIFY AUTO If engine runup possible[ ] Either throttle - > 74% RPM If caution remains after 3 minutes [ ] Do not takeoff. If engine runup not possible [ ] APU switch - ON [ ] BLEED AIR knob - AUG PULL INFLIGHT [ ] Affected systems - power OFF (if possible). [ ] Throttle - Maintain above IDLE If caution remains after 3 minutes [ ] ECS MODE switch - MAN If caution goes out [ ] Land ASAP. If caution remains after 3 minutes [ ] Altitude - <25,000 FT [ ] Airspeed <325 kts [ ] ECS MODE switch - OFF/RAM (emergency cooling) [ ] AV COOL switch - EMERG [ ] BATT switch - CONFIRM ON

BATT SW DDI Caution BATT SW Caution Lamp BINGO DDI Caution "Bingo" Voice Warning BRK ACCUM DDI Caution

[ ] Adjust BINGO setting (EFD).

GROUND [ ] Ensure the right engine (HYD 2 is started prior to the left engine before attempting to use NWS or braking. INFLIGHT [ ] BRK PRESS gauge - CHECK [ ] HYD ISOL switch- OVRD [ ] Extend landing gear ASAP. [ ] Consider short field arrested landing.

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CANOPY DDI Caution GROUND [ ] Maintain ground speed under 60 kts [ ] CANOPY switch - DOWN INFLIGHT [ ] Slow below 300KTS [ ] Altitude below 25,000 [ ] CANOPY PRESS switch RAM/DUMP [ ] CANOPY switch - DOWN [ ] CANOPY PRESS switch - NORM If caution remains [ ] Land ASAP. Complete FCS caution procedures P CAS [ ] Make smooth lateral inputs only. R CAS [ ] Limit pedal inputs to half throw. Y CAS [ ] Make smooth lateral inputs only. [ ] Limit pedal inputs to half throw.

P CAS R CAS Y CA DDI Caution FCES Caution Lamp "Flight Controls" Voice Warning CAUT DEGD DDI Caution

CK SEAT DDI Caution CK SEAT Caution Lamp CK TRIM DDI Caution

[ ] SDC - RESET (FUEL page) [ ] MC1 switch CYCLE If caution remains [ ] Land ASAP. [ ] SEAT OVERRIDE handle - DOWN [ ] SAFE/ARM lever - ARMED

CK FLAPS DDI Caution

[ ] T/O Trim button - PRESS [ ] CONFIRM trim advisory If carrier based[ ] Make final trim adjustments for catapult launch (carrier procedures) If shore based[ ] FLAP switch - HALF If carrier based[ ] FLAP switch - FULL [ ] Electrical RESET button - PRESS If caution clears [ ] Resume normal operation. If caution remains [ ] Land ASAP.

L DC FAIL R DC FAIL DDI Caution(s)

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DECOY DDI Caution [ ] Electrical RESET button PRESS If caution clears [ ] Resume normal operation. If caution remains [ ] Land ASAP. [ ] DUMP switch - CYCLE [ ] BINGO setting - set higher than internal fuel qty. [ ] INTR WING switch - INHIBIT If ext fuel remaining[ ] EXT TANK switches - STOP [ ] Land ASAP. GROUND [ ] Do not takeoff. INFLIGHT [ ] ENG format - determine extent. If PERF90, AB FAIL, THRUST or IDLE [ ] Land ASAP. If SHUTDN [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF If caution clears [ ] Restart affected engine. [ ] Resume normal operations. GROUND [ ] EXT TANK switch(es) - VERIFY NORM If caution remains [ ] Do not takeoff. INFLIGHT [ ] EXT TANK switch(es) - STOP (when EXT transfer complete) If PTS X'd in channels 1 - 4[ ] ANTI-ICE PITOT switch - ON. If X's still present [ ] Slow below 350KTS (approx 6 7 AOA). For landing[ ] LDG GEAR handle - DN [ ] FLAP switch - HALF/FULL [ ] Fly straight-in approach. [ ] Fly onspeed AOA to touchdown (ATC not available)

DUMP OPEN DDI Caution

L ENG R ENG DDI Caution(s) "Engine Left/Right" Voice Warning

EXT TANK DDI Caution

FC AIR DAT DDI Caution

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 9

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FCS DDI Caution FCES Caution Lamp "Flight Controls" Voice Warning [ ] Cease maneuvering. [ ] Decelerate below 350 kts. [ ] FCS format - SELECT and identify failure [ ] FCS RESET button - PUSH If no Xs remain [ ] Continue normal operations. If no more than 1 X remains in any row [ ] Land ASAP If more than 1 X remains in any row [ ] Airspeed - 200-300 kts in UA. [ ] AoA below 10 in UA/onspeed in PA. [ ] 2G maximum. [ ] Half lateral stick maximum. [ ] perform controllability check at safe altitude. [ ] Fly straight-in approach. [ ] Land ASAP. [ ] ECS MODE switch - CONFIRM AUTO If condition persists [ ] Airspeed - < 350 kts. [ ] AV COOL switch - EMERG [ ] Land ASAP.

FCS HOT DDI Caution FCS HOT Caution Lamp "Flight Computer Hot" Voice Warning L FLAMEOUT R FLAMEOUT DDI Caution "Engine Left/Right" Voice Warning

DUAL ENGINE FLAMEOUT[ ] Throttles - MAX [ ] Lower the nose to maintain RPM. If no automatic relight approaching 10,000 FT [ ] Airspeed - <250 kts. [ ] APU switch - ON (ready light) [ ] ENG CRANK switch - R/L If restart unsuccessful [ ] EJECT SINGLE ENGINE FLAMEOUT[ ] Throttle affected engine - IDLE If RPM still decreasing [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF If cause known [ ] Refer to engine restart procedures. If cause unknown [ ] Do not restart engine. [ ] Refer to single engine landing procedures.

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FLAPS OFF DDI Caution FCES Caution Lamp "Flight Controls" Voice Warning Complete FCS caution proceduresLEF FAILURE [ ] Perform controllability check at safe altitude. [ ] FLAP switch - HALF/FULL [ ] Fly straight-in approach. [ ] Fly onspeed AOA to touchdown TEF FAILURE [ ] Perform controllability check at safe altitude. [ ] Adjust gross weight to minimum practical. [ ] Calculate expected approach speed. For landing[ ] LDG GEAR handle - DN [ ] FLAP switch - FULL [ ] Fly straight-in approach. [ ] Fly 10 - 12 AOA to touchdown (if required). Complete FCS caution proceduresIf PTS X'd in channels 1 - 4[ ] ANTI-ICE PITOT switch - ON. If X's still present [ ] Slow below 350KTS (approx 6 7 AOA). For landing[ ] LDG GEAR handle - DN [ ] FLAP switch - HALF/FULL [ ] Fly straight-in approach. [ ] Fly onspeed AOA to touchdown (ATC not available) [ ] FPAS page - obtain best Mach number. [ ] Throttles - reduce speed to best Mach. [ ] FUEL page - check for fuel transfer failure indications. [ ] Land ASAP.

FLAP SCHED DDI Caution FCES Caution Lamp

FUEL LO DDI Caution FUEL LO Caution Lamp "Fuel low" Voice Warning

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FUEL XFER DDI Caution [ ] FUEL page - Confirm imbalance in wing or transfer tanks. If wing asymmetry greater than 350 lb[ ] Monitor wing transfer. [ ] Roll heavy wing up 5 . If one wing still fails to transfer, or if either wing is below 200 lb [ ] INTR WING switch - INHIBIT [ ] In preparation for landing, recalculate lateral asymmetry. [ ] Land ASAP. If tank 1 empty and tank 4 full [ ] INTR WING switch - INHIBIT [ ] Monitor tanks 1/4 transfer. [ ] Land ASAP. Limit g to the following:GW (lb) 42,097 45,000 50,000 55,000 60,000 66,000 Pro Only Acceleration (g) -3.0 to +7.5 -2.8 to +7.0 -2.5 to +6.3 -2.3 to +5.7 -2.1 to +5.2 -1.9 to +4.7

G-LIM 7.5 DDI Caution "Flight Controls" Voice Warning

G-LIM OVRD DDI Caution "Flight Controls" Voice Warning

[ ] Return stick to neutral.

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L GEN R GEN DDI Cautions L/R GEN Caution Lamps SINGLE GEN FAILURE [ ] GEN switch - CYCLE (affected side). If GEN fails to reset[ ] Electrical RESET button - PRESS If GEN still inop [ ] GEN switch - OFF [ ] Land ASAP. DUAL GEN FAILURE [ ] Descend below 10,000 ft. [ ] RADAR knob - OFF [ ] Electrical RESET button - PRESS If either GEN back online[ ] FCS RESET button - PRESS If either GEN fails to reset[ ] GEN switches - CYCLE If both GENs still inop [ ] GEN switches - OFF [ ] BATT switch - CONFIRM ON [ ] GEN TIE - CONFIRM no caution. [ ] Land Immediately. If immediate landing not possible [ ] Slow below 250 kts (standby ASI). [ ] Prepare for a controlled ejection. [ ] Change HOME waypoint and/or reduce fuel consumption. [ ] Airspeed < 380 kts If right aileron Xs [ ] FCS RESET - PRESS If flight surfaces not restored [ ] Refer to appropriate FCS procedures. [ ] Airspeed < 380 kts If left rudder or left LEF Xs'[ ] FCS RESET - PRESS If flight surfaces not restored [ ] Refer to appropriate FCS procedures.

HOME FUEL DDI Caution HYD 1A DDI Caution

HYD 1B DDI Caution

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HYD 2A DDI Caution [ ] Airspeed < 380 kts If right LEF Xs [ ] FCS RESET - PRESS If flight surfaces not restored [ ] Refer to appropriate FCS procedures. [ ] Probe switch - EMERG EXTD (if required) [ ] Make an arrested landing (if possible) If arrested landing not possible [ ] Make normal landing [ ] Consider paddle switch - PRESS after touchdown to preserve APU ACCUM pressure for slow-speed NWS. [ ] Airspeed < 380 kts If right rudder or left aileron Xs [ ] FCS RESET - PRESS If flight surfaces not restored [ ] Refer to appropriate FCS procedures. [ ] Probe switch - EMERG EXTD (if required) [ ] Make an arrested landing (if possible) If arrested landing not possible [ ] Make normal landing [ ] Consider paddle switch - PRESS after touchdown to preserve APU ACCUM pressure for slow-speed NWS. [ ] IFF POWER button (UFCD) - OFF. If accompanied by AV AIR HOT caution [ ] Follow AV AIR HOT procedures. [ ] ENG ANTI ICE switch - ON [ ] PITOT ANTI ICE switch - ON When clear of icing conditions [ ] ENG ANTI ICE switch - OFF INFLIGHT [ ] Reduce airspeed to minimum practical. [ ] Obtain visual inspecxtion if possible. [ ] Land ASAP. INFLIGHT [ ] Use no more than 1/2 lateral stick with tanks or A/G stores on the wings. [ ] Refer to G-LIM 7.5G procedure. [ ] Land ASAP.

HYD 2B DDI Caution

IFF OVRHT DDI Caution

INLET ICE DDI Caution

LADDER DDI Caution

MC1 DDI Caution

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MC2 DDI Caution NO RATS DDI Caution INFLIGHT [ ] Land ASAP. INFLIGHT [ ] Cycle gear and hook. If caution remains [ ] Advise carrier of NO RATS condition. Ship should increase wind-overdeck (WOD). If required WOD not available [ ] Reduce weight to permit recovery with available WOD. If carrier recovery not possible [ ] Divert. INFLIGHT [ ] Make arrested landing if possible. GROUND [ ] NWS CYCLE. If caution remains [ ] Do not take off. INFLIGHT [ ] Throttle affected engine - IDLE If caution remains [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF [ ] resart for landing. INFLIGHT [ ] Throttle affected engine - IDLE [ ] ENG format - monitor RPM If 108% N1 or 104% N2 rpm exceeded [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF [ ] Park brake handle - RELEASE [ ] Airspeed < 300 kts [ ] PROBE switch - CYCLE [ ] General Realism (FS9 settings) MAX. [ ] PROBE switch - CYCLE [ ] CSC BIT status - CHECK [ ] WINGFOLD switch - CHECK SPREAD

NWS DDI Caution

L OIL PR R OIL PR DDI Caution "Engine Left/Right" Voice Warning L OVRSPD R OVRSPD DDI Caution "Engine Left/Right" Voice Warning P BRAKE DDI Caution PROBE UNLK DDI Caution RIG DDI Caution VOICE/AUR DDI Caution WING UNLK DDI Caution

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.4.2.3 DDI ADVISORIES Advisories are informational indications displayed starting on the lower left of the LDDI. If the LDDI is OFF or failed, advisories will be displayed on the RDDI. Advisories are preceeded by an informational tone of medium pitch. NOTE : Shaded cells indicate a Pro-version-only feature which may be partially or fully disabled in the Standard Edition of the VRS F/A18. For description, please refer to VRS F/A-18E Superbug manual. ADVISORY AB LIM BALT BIT CPLD DBAD FQTY FPAH GSEL GTRK HDG LHEAT RHEAT HOSE ACTION Informational Informational [ ] BIT format - CHECK Informational Informational Informational Informational Informational Informational Informational Informational If ARS switch ON and drogue deployed Information If ARS switch ON and hose not secured [ ] Hose EXT/RETR switch CONFIRM RETR If drogue still does not retract [ ] Refer to ARS DROGUE caution. Informational Informational Informational

HSEL LAND RALT

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.4.3 TAKEOFF EMERGENCIES 1.4.3.1 EMERGENCY CATAPULT FLYAWAY After catapult launch, several emergencies may cause the aircraft to settle, i.e. soft catapult, AB blowout, degraded engine performance, single engine total loss of thrust, etc. If settling cannot be stopped immediately, it is necessary to eject without delay. Priorities during emergency catapult flyaway are to establish control of the aircraft, arrest aircraft settle, and accelerate for climbout. If flyaway airspeed available [ ] Throttles - MAX FULL AGAINST [ ] Rudder - ROLL/YAW [ ] EMERG JETT button - PUSH [ ] Maintain 10 -12 pitch with waterline [ ] Do not exceed 14 AoA (AoA Tone) [ ] Do not exceed 1/2 lateral stick If out of control or still settling [ ] EJECT If under control and settle stoped [ ] Accelerate to onspeed (8.1 AoA ) 1.4.3.2 ABORTED TAKEOFF Several emergency situations may require the use of Aborted Takeoff Procedures: The decision to abort or execute an emergency takeoff depends on the nature and severity of the emergency. [ ] Throttles - IDLE [ ] Brakes - APPLY FULL [ ] STICK - AFT (if required) [ ] HOOK handle - DOWN (if required) 1.3.3.3 EMERGENCY TAKEOFF Several emergency situations may require the use of Emergency Takeoff Procedures: The decision to abort or execute an emergency takeoff depends on the nature and severity of the emergency. [ ] Throttles - MIL/MAX (if required) [ ] Maintain onspeed AoA (8.1 ) [ ] EMERG JETT button - PUSH (if required)

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.3.4 LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF/LANDING A directional control problem on takeoff or landing may be caused by a NWS or brake failure. These failures may be compounded by wet or icy runways, crosswinds, hydroplaning, or single engine operation. Your decision is crucial to the success of the takeoff or landing depending on your speed at the time the problem is encountered, the stopping distance required if landing, and the availability of arresting gear. If decision to take off is made [ ] Execute Emergency Takeoff Procedure If decision to stop is made [ ] Throttles - IDLE If NWS failure suspected [ ] Paddle switch - PRESS If directional control problem remains [ ] NWS - ENGAGE (centered rudder) [ ] EMERG BRAKE handle - PULL (brakes released) [ ] Use judicious braking [ ] HOOK handle - DOWN (if required) 1.3.3.5 LANDING GEAR FAILS TO RETRACT If landing gear warning light and warning tone on with the LDG GEAR handle UP [ ] LG circuit breaker - CHECK IN [ ] LDG GEAR handle - DN (do not cycle) If three down and locked indications [ ] Land as soon as practical 1.3.4 INFLIGHT EMERGENCIES 1.3.4.1 AFTERBURNER FAILURE Afterburner failure can be recognized by failure of the nozzle to open (EFD display), which may be the only apparent symptom other than lack of expected thrust levels. The afterburner continuously receives ignition above MIL power. If an afterburner does not light or blows out, reduce the throttle to MIL and reselect afterburner. If an afterburner fails to light on subsequent attempts, maintenance action is most likely required.

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.4.2 EMERGENCY RESTART There are 3 methods of restarting an engine in flight listed in order of desirability. Attempting to restart an engine that has failed for no apparent reason (i.e. low AoA/high airspeed and no apparent FOD) may result in engine bay fuel leak/fire. 1.3.4.3 WINDMILL START The FADEC will automatically attempt to restart any engine in which a flameout is detected, as long as throttle for the affected engine is IDLE or above and at least 12% RPM is available. Automatic restarts are the fastest and most reliable method for airborne engine restart. [ ] Throttle affected engine - IDLE OR ABOVE

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.4.4 CROSSBLEED START If the affected engine has decayed below 12% N1 and/or cannot achieve it, a crossbleed start may be attempted. In order for the opposite engine to supply enough bleed air to start the affected engine, the good engine must be throttled to a minimum of 80% N2 RPM. Crossbleed starts may not be possible above 25,000 FT. Refer to chart A, below for the typical restart envelope. [ ] Throttle opposite engine - ABOVE 80% N2 [ ] BLEED AIR knob - OPPOSITE ENG/NORM [ ] CRANK switch - L(R) (affected engine) After ignition [ ] BLEED AIR knob - NORM

CHART A

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.4.5 AIRBORNE APU START Airspeed must be under 250 kts and altitude under 10,000 ft. Since APU accumulator pressure must be used to start the APU, the HYD Aft Isolation valve should be opened in order to allow HYD 2B to fully charged the accumulator WoffW. Due to the various risk factors in airborne APU operation, the unit should be shut down immediately after ignition of the affected engine. [ ] Throttle affected engine - IDLE OR ABOVE [ ] BLEED AIR knob OPPOSITE ENG/NORM [ ] HYD ISOL OVRD switch - OVERRIDE [ ] Wait approximately 10 seconds - (if prudent) [ ] APU switch - ON [ ] APU lamp - VERIFY GREEN [ ] CRANK switch - L(R) (affected engine) After ignition [ APU switch OFF

CHART B

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.4.6 DOUBLE TRANSFORMER FAILURE Failure of both transformer-rectifiers (TRs) will produce a loss of the HUD (but not other displays), bleed air including cockpit airflow/pressurization, and loss of othe equipment relying on the main DC busses. NOTE : the BATT SW caution light should be out. During a dual TR failure, time is not critical, and Essential Bus equipment need not be turned off. Equipment requiring AC power is not effected and does not need to be switched off. [ [ [ [ ] BATT SW caution light - CONFIRM OUT ] Maintain altitude below 10,000 feet ] Electrical RESET button - PRESS ] Land as soon as practical

For landing [ ] Make a short field arrestment (if available) [ ] Use emergency brakes with steady brake pressure (do not pump).

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.4.7 HYDRAULIC FAILURES Hydraulic failures are indicated by the HYD 1A, 1B, 2A, and 2B circuit cautions. The effects of losing one or more HYD circuits can be seen by analyzing the flow diagram below.

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.4.8 COCKPIT TEMPERATURE HIGH OR AV AIR HOT CAUTION Hot cockpit airflow may be caused by an ECS control failure or a valve failure. In ECS MAN mode, cockpit temperature can reach 190F, if the cockpit flow valve is stuck full open. [ ] CABIN TEMP knob - FULL COLD If temperature remains high [ ] ECS MODE switch - MAN If temperature still high [ ] Maintain altitude below 25,000 feet. [ ] CABIN PRESS switch - RAM/DUMP If temperature not reduced [ ] BLEED AIR knob - OFF (do not cycle) [ ] Maintain altitude below 10,000 ft. [ ] Maintain airspeed below 325 KCAS (300-325 KCAS optimum) [ ] ECS MODE switch - OFF/RAM [ ] AV COOL switch - EMERG If AV AIR HOT caution appears OR aft avionics cooling fan disabled [ ] Non-essential avionics equipment - OFF [ ] Land as soon as possible 1.3.4.9 DISPLAY MALFUNCTION If a display malfunctions, cycle power to attempt to restore normal functioning. If a display continues to malfunction, turn if off to prevent an overheat. [ ] BIT Format - CHECK [ ] Affected systems(s) - POWER OFF

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.4.10 OUT OF CONTROL FLIGHT If a display malfunctions, cycle power to attempt to restore normal functioning. If a display continues to malfunction, turn if off to prevent an overheat. Selection of manual spin recovery mode (SPIN switch in RCVY) seriously degrades controllability, will prevent recovery from any departure or spin, and is prohibited (Pro-only feature) Recovery Procedures [ ] Controls - RELEASE ALL [ ] SPEEDBRAKE - IN If still out of control [ ] Throttles - IDLE [ ] Altitude, AOA, airspeed, and yaw rate - CHECK If command arrow present [ ] Lateral stick - FULL INTO ARROW When command arrow removed [ ] Lateral stick - NEUTRAL When recovery indicated by YAW rate tone removed, side forces subsided, and airspeed accelerating above 180 knots [ ] Recover Passing 6,000 ft. AGL, dive recovery not initiated [ ] EJECT Post departure dive recovery initiated below 6,000 ft. AGL is not assured. Delaying the ejection decision below 6,000 ft. AGL while departed may result in unsuccessful ejection. Post Departure Dive Recovery [ ] One-g roll to the nearest horizon

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 [ ] Throttles - MAX (MIL if alt not critical) [ ] Pull to and maintain 25 to 35 AOA until posi tive ROC established A positive rate of climb requires wings level pitch attitude (waterline) greater than indicated AOA. If aircraft departs during dive recovery below 6,000 ft. AGL [ ] EJECT 1.3.4.11 CONTROLABILITY CHECK REQUIREMENT : Malfunction, failure, or damage, which degrades approach and landing characteristics. PURPOSE : Determine if attempting approach or controlled ejection, safe landing configuration, and safe final approach airspeed/AOA. [ ] Climb/maintain a safe altitude 5000-15000 ft AGL as practical. [ ] Visual inspection If necessary/possible. [ ] Check emergency procedure limits AOA, airspeed, etc. [ ] Plan LDG GEAR extension Distance from field (consider fuel, stores remaining, etc.) [ ] Plan FLAPS extension Decide timing of and setting required (field/CV). [ ] SEL JETT To maintain symmetry. [ ] GEAR DN (access controllability/damage) [ ] FLAPS HALF/FULL (HALF first if handling degraded) If landing attempted, request a straight-in approach (if practical) and maintain the minimum controllable airspeed plus 10 knots. If lateral stick is required for balanced flight, plan for turns in the direction of the stick displacement (if possible).

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.4.12 EXTERNAL STORES JETTISON For emergency jettison [ ] WoffW [ ] LDG GEAR handle - UP [ ] EMERG JETT - PUSH (all but cheek/tip) For selective jettison [ ] WoffW [ ] LDG GEAR handle - UP [ ] Find a clear area below aircraft [ ] LT TEST switch - TEST (verify all JETT lights lit) [ ] Jettison pushtiles - SELECT DESIRED STATIONS [ ] SELECT JETT knob - ROTATE AS REQUIRED [ ] MASTER ARM switch - ARM [ ] SELECT JETT button - PUSH [ ] MASTER ARM switch - SAFE [ ] SELECT JETT knob - SAFE For AUX REL - (station must be H-LKD or H-ULK following a failed SELECT JET release attempt) [ ] WoffW [ ] LDG GEAR handle - UP [ ] Find a clear area below aircraft [ ] LT TEST switch - TEST (verify all JETT lights lit) [ ] AUX REL switch - ENABLE [ ] Jettison pushtiles - SELECT DESIRED STATIONS [ ] SELECT JETT knob - ROTATE AS REQUIRED [ ] MASTER ARM switch - ARM [ ] SELECT JETT button - PUSH [ ] MASTER ARM switch - SAFE [ ] SELECT JETT knob - SAFE [ ] AUX REL switch NORM 1.3.4.13 FCS FAILURE INDICATIONS [ ] FCS RESET switch PRESS

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.3.5 LANDING EMERGENCIES 1.3.5.1 SINGLE CONFIGURATION ENGINE FAILURE IN LANDING

GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS [ ] Fly straight in approach (if practical) [ ] Plan approach to make turns using shallow bank angle [ ] DO NOT exceed on-speed AOA in turns [ ] Reduce gross weight (44,000 lb max, lower if practical) [ ] Consider crossbleed to provide HYD 2 pressure to extend the landing gear normally and to preserve APU accumulator pressure for emergency NWS. [ ] Maintain operating engine above 80% rpm during flap and landing gear extension. LEFT ENGINE FAILED [ ] FLAP switch - HALF [ ] LDG GEAR handle - DN [ ] Make a normal landing or a precautionary short field arrested landing (if practical) RIGHT ENGINE FAILED [ ] FLAP switch - HALF [ ] Make a normal landing or a precautionary short field arrested landing (if practical) If short field arresting gear not available and crossbleed not desired [ ] EMERG BRK handle - VERIFY PULLED [ ] Make normal landing [ ] Use emergency brakes with steady brake pressure (do not pump) [ ] Once stopped or clear of runway, DO NOT taxi. CROSSBLEED CONSIDERATIONS (RIGHT ENGINE FAILED) [ ] Do not crossbleed if engine damage is suspected. [w] If normal braking with anti-skid is required, verify reset of EMERG BRK handle [w] If APU ACCUM caution light is on, advance LEFT ENG throttle to 80% rpm minimum and switch ENG CRANK switch to R [ ] HYD 2 pressure - RESTORE [ ] HYD ISOL - ORIDE [ ] APU ACCUM caution - VERIFY REMOVED [ ] ENG CRANK switch OFF [ ] APU switch - ON (ready light within 30 sec)

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 [ ] ENG CRANK switch - R [ ] HYD 2 pressure - VERIFY RESTORED [ ] HYD ISOL switch - ORIDE [ ] APU ACCUM caution - VERIFY OUT [ ] Make normal landing 1.4.5.2 FORCED LANDING The aircraft is not designed to land on an unprepared surface. If a suitable landing site is not available, perform a controlled ejection. 1.4.5.3 LANDING GEAR UNSAFE OR FAILS TO EXTEND/RETRACT A landing gear position of three down and locked is indicated by three steady green position lights with the landing gear warning light and warning tone out. If the landing gear warning light and warning tone are OFF [ ] AOA indexer lights CONFIRM ON [ ] Landing gear position lights - CHECK FLUSH [ ] LT TEST switch - TEST At this point if a bulb(s) test bad it is safe to assume that the landing gear is down and locked [ ] Obtain visual inspection (if possible) [ ] Approach lights - ILLUMINATED (if visual possible) [ ] Make a minimum sink rate precautionary short field arrestment (if available) If the landing gear warning light and warning tone are ON [ ] AOA indexer lights - CONFIRM OUT [ ] LDG GEAR handle - CHECK FULL DN (do not cycle) [ ] LG circuit breaker - CHECK IN [ ] Get visual inspection (if practical) If one or more landing gear indicates unsafe, a visual inspection can only confirm general position and obvious damage. There is no external indication of a locked gear. Only if all gear indicated unsafe [ ] LG circuit breaker - CYCLE [ ] LDG GEAR handle - UP, pause, DN If any gear indicated down and locked [ ] LDG GEAR handle - DO NOT CYCLE [ ] LT TEST switch - VERIFY 3 LIGHTS

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 If any bulb test good and any gear indicates unsafe [ ] Refer to Landing Gear Malfunction Landing Guide charts in deciding landing options. If any gear remains unsafe [ ] Perform positive and negative g maneuvers and gently roll and yaw aircraft to attempt to drive the unsafe gear down and locked If any gear remains unsafe and HYD 2A is operative [ ] LDG GEAR handle - UP, pause, DN [g] Perform positive and negative g maneuvers and gently roll and yaw aircraft to attempt to drive the unsafe gear down and locked If any gear still indicates unsafe [ ] Refer to Landing Guide charts on the three following pages :

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1
CARRIER LANDING GEAR CONFIGURATION NOSE GEAR RETRACTED STUB OR TRAILING ONE MAIN GEAR RETRACTED OR TRAILING COKED NG AND/OR ONE OR MORE COCKED MAIN GEAR ONE OR BOTH MAIN GEAR STUB NOSE GEAR AND ONE MAIN GEAR RETRACTED OR TRAILING BOTH MAIN GEAR RETRACTED OR TRAILING ALL GEAR UP ACTION DIVERT OU BARRICADE NOTES 1,2,3

DIVERT OU BARRICADE

1,2,3,4

NORMAL LANDING

DIVERT OU BARRICADE

1,2,3

RETRACT ALL GEAR. IF UNABLE TO RETRACT, EJECT. DIVERT OU BARRICADE

1,2,4

LAUNCH BAR DOWN OR RED LAUNCH BAR LIGHT ILLUMINATED

DIVERT OU BARRICADE WITH TANKS INSTALLED ONLY OR EJECT DIVERT OR REMOVED CDPS 1 AND 4 AND MAKE NORM LANDING

1,2,4

1) JETTISON ALL EXTERNAL ORDINANCE 2) RETAIN AND DEPRESSURIZE EMPTY EXT TANKS 3) HOOK DOWN BARRICADE ENGAGEMNT WITHOUT CROSS DECK PENDANTS 4) HOOK DOWN BARRICADE ENGAGEMNT WITH CROSS DECK PENDANTS

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1
FIELD LANDING (NO ARRESTING GEAR AVAILABLE) GEAR CONFIGURATION NOSE GEAR RETRACTED STUB OR TRAILING ONE MAIN GEAR RETRACTED OR TRAILING COKED NG AND/OR ONE OR MORE COCKED MAIN GEAR ONE OR BOTH MAIN GEAR STUB NOSE GEAR AND ONE MAIN GEAR RETRACTED OR TRAILING BOTH MAIN GEAR RETRACTED OR TRAILING ALL GEAR UP ACTION LAND NOTES 1,2,3 ,4,5

LAND

1,2,3, 7,8,9 ,10 2

LAND

LAND

1,2,3 ,7,8,9 ,10

RETRACT ALL GEAR. IF UNABLE TO RETRACT, EJECT. LAND

1,2,5 ,9

LAND

1,2,5,9

LAUNCH BAR LAND DOWN OR RED LAUNCH BAR LIGHT ILLUMINATED 1) JETTISON ALL EXTERNAL ORDINANCE 2) RETAIN AND DEPRESSURIZE EMPTY EXT TANKS 3) MINIMUM DESENT RATE LANDING 4) LOWER NOSE GENTLY BEFORE FALL THROUGH 5) SECURE ENGINES OF ANY GEAR RETRACTED 6) HOLD MISSING DAMAGED GEAR OFF DECK UNTIL ENGAGEMENT 7) ANTI-SKID OFF 8) LAND ON SIDE OF RUNWAY TOWARD GOOD GEAR 9) HOLD WINGS LEVEL AS LONG AS POSSIBLE 10) USE NWS AND GOOD BRAKE TO MAINTAIN CENTERLINE

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1
FIELD LANDING (ARRESTING GEAR AVAILABLE) GEAR CONFIGURATION NOSE GEAR RETRACTED STUB OR TRAILING ONE MAIN GEAR RETRACTED OR TRAILING COKED NG AND/OR ONE OR MORE COCKED MAIN GEAR ONE OR BOTH MAIN GEAR STUB NOSE GEAR AND ONE MAIN GEAR RETRACTED OR TRAILING BOTH MAIN GEAR RETRACTED OR TRAILING ALL GEAR UP ACTION NO ARRESTED LANDING, REMOVE CDP MAKE ARRESTED LANDING MAKE ARRESTED LANDING NOTES 1,2,3 ,4,5

1,2,3 ,6

MAKE ARRESTED LANDING, REMOVE CDP RETRACT ALL GEAR. IF UNABLE TO RETRACT, EJECT. MAKE ARRESTED LANDING NO ARRESTED LANDING, REMOVE CDP NO ARRESTED LANDING, REMOVE CDP

1,2,3 ,7,8,9 ,10

1,2,5 ,9

1,2,5,9

LAUNCH BAR DOWN OR RED LAUNCH BAR LIGHT ILLUMINATED 1) JETTISON ALL EXTERNAL ORDINANCE 2) RETAIN AND DEPRESSURIZE EMPTY EXT TANKS 3) MINIMUM DESENT RATE LANDING 4) LOWER NOSE GENTLY BEFORE FALL THROUGH 5) SECURE ENGINES OF ANY GEAR RETRACTED 6) HOLD MISSING DAMAGED GEAR OFF DECK UNTIL ENGAGEMENT 7) ANTI-SKID OFF 8) LAND ON SIDE OF RUNWAY TOWARD GOOD GEAR 9) HOLD WINGS LEVEL AS LONG AS POSSIBLE 10) USE NWS AND GOOD BRAKE TO MAINTAIN CENTERLINE

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 If at any time landing gear indicates three down and locked [ ] LDG GEAR handle - DO NOT CYCLE [w] Make a minimum sink rate precautionary short field arrestment (if available) [ ] Pin the landing gear after landing 1.4.5.4 FIELD ARRESTMENT Using the carrier operations feature contained in the VRS ACM, you can define cable catch zones not just for aircraft carriers, but also on land. These can be used toe simulate field arrestment procedures. Note that the use of the tailhook is required to successfully TRAP (Tactical Recover of Aircraft and Personnel) in any defined zone. Typically runway locations for such operations are as follows : SHORT FIELD (best) Located 1,500 to 2,000 feet past the approach end of the runway. MIDFIELD Located near the halfway point of the runway. LONG FIELD or ABORT Located 1,500 to 2,000 feet short of the departure end of the runway. OVERRUN Located shortly past the departure end of the runway

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.4.6 EJECTION The ejection seat may be used to escape from the aircraft in extreme emergency situations. The VRS F/A-18E simulates ejection seat operation in a cursory manner by providing escape sequence arming functionality and animations. 1.4.6.1 EJECTION SEAT RESTRICTIONS During ejection seat development and testing, the SJU-17(V) 1/A and 2/A NACES seats were qualified for use by aviators with nude weights from 136 to 213 lb. Due to NACES ejection seat limitations, any person whose nude body weight is less than 136 lb. or greater than 213 lb. is subject to increased risk of injury from ejection. 1.4.6.2 AIRSPEED DURING EJECTION [ ] Optimum speed for ejection 250KCAS and below 1.4.6.3 EJECTION PREPARATION AND INITIATION In order to initiate an ejection the SAFE/ARMED handle MUST be in the ARMED position. Ejection sequence will not initiate with handle in SAFE. IMMIDIATE EJECTION [ ] Position body properly against seat [ ] Pull ejection handle sharply up and towards abdomen to eject CONTROLLED EJECTION IF time and conditions permit [ ] Alert Crewmember (F/A-18F only) [ ] Trade airspeed for altitude (zoom) [ ] Level wings and minimize rate of decent [ ] IFF squawk [ ] Follow radio distress procedures [ ] Stow loose equipment [ ] Cabin pressure switch - RAM/DUMP [ ] Shoulder harness lock lever - LOCKED [ ] Lap belt and shoulder harness - TIGHT [ ] Visor - DN [ ] Helmet - SECURED [ ] Oxygen Mask - TIGHT [ ] Altimeter/Altitude - CHECK [ ] Slow aircraft as much as possible [ ] Position body properly against seat [ ] Pull ejection handle sharply up and towards abdomen to eject

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.4.7 IMMEDIATE ACTION This section contains only immediate action items. It is intended for review only and does not contain any steps which are not immediate action nor does it contain notes, cautions, warnings, or explanatory matter associated with particular procedures. 1.4.7.1 APU FIRE LIGHT In flight or on ground [ ] APU FIRE light - PUSH [ ] APU switch - CONFIRM OFF [ ] FIRE EXTGH DISCH light - PUSH (READY LAMP LIT) On ground [ ] Throttles - OFF [ ] Egress 1.4.7.2 HOT START If EGT climbs rapidly thru 750 C [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF 1.4.7.3 ENGINE CAUTIONS L or R EGT HIGH, L or R ENG VIB, L or R FLAMEOUT, L or R OIL HOT, L or R OIL PR, and L or R OVERPD [ ] Throttle affected engine - IDLE 1.4.7.4 (L/R) FIRE LIGHT GROUND [ ] Throttles - OFF [ ] FIRE light affected engine - PUSH [ ] FIRE EXTGH DISCH light - PUSH (READY LAMP LIT) [ ] BATT switch - OFF [ ] Egress ON TAKEOFF [ ] ABORT or execute Emergency Takeoff Procedure INFLIGHT Dual FIRE lights [ ] Throttles - Minimum practical for flight Single FIRE light or Dual when side confirmed [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF [ ] FIRE light affected engine - PUSH [ ] FIRE EXTGH DISCH light - PUSH [ ] HOOK handle - DN

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.4.7.5 LOSS OF THRUST ON TAKEOFF [ ] ABORT or execute Emergency Takeoff Procedure 1.4.7.6 ABORT [ ] Throttles - IDLE [ ] Brakes - APPLY [ ] Stick - AFT (if required) [ ] HOOK handle - DN (if required) 1.4.7.7 EMERGENCY TAKEOFF [ ] Throttles - MIL (MAX if requred) [ ] Maintain on-speed AOA and balanced flight [ ] EMERG JETT button - PUSH (if required) 1.4.7.8 LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF/ LANDING If decision to takeoff is made [ ] Execute Emergency Takeoff Procedure If decision to stop is made [ ] Throttles - IDLE If NWS failure is suspected [ ] Paddle switch - PRESS If directional control problem remains [ ] NWS - ENGAGE [ ] EMERG BRK handle - PULL [ ] Use judicious braking on appropriate side [ ] HOOK handle - DN (if required) 1.4.7.9 EMERGENCY CATAPULT FLYAWAY If flyaway airspeed available [ ] Throttles - MAX [ ] Rudder pedal - FULL AGAINST YAW/ROLL [ ] EMERG JETT button - PUSH [ ] Maintain 10 to 12 pitch attitude with waterli ne symbol. Do not exceed 14 AOA (AOA tone). Do not exceed lateral stick. If uncontrollable or settle not stopped [ ] EJECT If controllable and settle stopped [ ] Accelerate to on-speed (8.1 AOA for climb )

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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.4.7.10 FCS CAUTION OR FCES CAUTION LIGHT [ ] Cease maneuvering 1.4.11 L or R FUEL INLT CAUTION [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF [ ] FIRE light affected engine PUSH 1.4.7.12 HYD 1 (2) HOT CAUTION [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF 1.4.7.13 DUAL L BLEED and R BLEED Warning Lights [ ] BLEED AIR knob - OFF (do not cycle) If light(s) still on [ ] Throttles - Minimum for practical flight 1.4.7.14 SINGLE L BLEED or R BLEED Warning Light [ ] BLEED AIR knob affected engine - OFF (do not cycle) If light still on, do the following in order until the light goes out [ ] Throttle affected engine - IDLE [ ] Throttle affected engine - OFF [ ] BLEED AIR knob - OFF (do not cycle) 1.4.7.15 OCF ECOVERY PROCEDURES [ ] Controls RELEASE, SPEEDBRAKE IN If still out of control [ ] Throttles - IDLE [ ] Altitude, AOA, airspeed, and yaw rate CHECK If command arrow present [ ] Lateral stick - FULL INTO ARROW When command arrow removed [ ] Lateral stick - SMOOTHLY NEUTRAL When side forces subsided, and airspeed accelerating above 180 KCAS [ ] Recover Passing 6,000 ft AGL, dive recovery not initiated [ ] EJECT 1.4.7.16 SINGLE ENGINE FAILURE IN LANDING CONFIGURATION [ ] Throttles - MIL (MAX if required) [ ] Maintain on-speed AOA and balanced flight [ ] FLAP switch - HALF
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FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.) 1.5 1.5.1 1.5.2 1.5.3 1.5.4 1.5.5 1.5.6 1.5.7 1.5.8 1.5.9 PERFORMANCE DATA FLAP SCHEDULING BIT SYSTEM STATUS MESSAGES ENGINE OPERATING LIMITATIONS AIRFRAME OPERATING LIMTATIONS SUBSYSTEM AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS GROSS WEIGHT AND LATERAL ASYMMETRY AOA LIMITATIONS FLAPS AUTO FLAPS FULL or HALF LIMITATIONS ARS OPERATING LIMITATIONS

PERFORMANCE DATA 1

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.5 PERFORMANCE DATA 1.5.1 FLAP SCHEDULING

PERFORMANCE DATA 2

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.5.2 BIT SYSTEM STATUS MESSAGES

PERFORMANCE DATA 3

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.5.3 ENGINE OPERATING LIMITATIONS

PERFORMANCE DATA 4

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.5.4 AIRFRAME OPERATING LIMITATIONS

PERFORMANCE DATA 5

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.5.5 SUBSYSTEM AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS

PERFORMANCE DATA 6

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.5.6 GROSS WEIGHT AND LATERAL ASYMMETRY

PERFORMANCE DATA 7

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.5.7 AOA LIMITATIONS FLAPS AUTO

PERFORMANCE DATA 8

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.5.8 FLAPS FULL OR HALF LIMITATIONS

PERFORMANCE DATA 9

FSX-VRS-F/A-18E-REV1.1 1.5.9 ARS OPERATING LIMITATIONS

PERFORMANCE DATA 10

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